Fresh asparagus is popping up in grocery stores everywhere. Enjoy this delicious spring veggie in these 6 easy asparagus recipes…Creamy Asparagus Pasta Penne and asparagus are bathed in a rich sauce with a slight bite of mustard, lemon and Parmesan. This easy asparagus recipe is lovely in early spring, when the vegetable is at its peak and nights are still cool enough to inspire a craving for something warm.

Preparation1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 3 minutes less than package directions suggest. Add asparagus and continue cooking until pasta and asparagus are just tender, 3 minutes more. Drain and return to pot.

2. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to about the size of the baking sheet. Transfer to baking sheet. Bake until crisped on the bottom, about 8 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, cook bacon in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on a paper towel. Add shallots to pan and cook, stirring often, until beginning to brown, about 2 minutes. Add asparagus and cook, stirring, until beginning to soften, 2-3 minutes more.

4. Spread vegetables over crust and crumble bacon on top. Whisk eggs, salt and pepper in a medium bowl until combined; slowly pour over vegetables, trying not to let any run off the crust. Sprinkle pizza with cheese. Bake until eggs are set and cheese is melted, 8-10 minutes.

Garden-Fresh Asparagus Soup This lemony asparagus soup recipe is spiced up with a touch of curry and gets added richness from “lite” coconut milk and creamy red potatoes. Top it with a dollop of crème fraîche or plain yogurt and serve warm or chilled.

Preparation1. Melt butter and oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring often, until golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in curry powder, ginger, lemon zest and potatoes and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Stir in broth, coconut milk and asparagus. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, partially cover, and continue to cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.

Asparaguswith Curry ButterA touch of curry-infused butter dresses up sautéed asparagus. This quick and delicious side dish would be just as welcome with a grilled cheese sandwich as it would with broiled salmon.

Savory Orange-Roasted Tofu & AsparagusIf you’ve never had roasted tofu before, here’s a great way to try it. Toss tofu and asparagus in a tangy orange- and basil-scented sauce, made rich and savory with miso. Serve with brown rice or couscous.

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